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Fall colors bloom at Ball Ground’s Gibbs Gardens
Fall is often thought of as a season of gray days and dried-up leaves, but legendary landscaper Jim Gibbs says vibrant colors are possible this time of the year. For proof, look no further than the recently-renovated Wildflower Meadow at Gibbs Gardens.
ATLANTA - "Wild" fall colors bloom at Ball Ground’s Gibbs Gardens:
Fall is often thought of as a season of gray days and dried-up leaves, but legendary landscaper Jim Gibbs says vibrant colors are possible this time of year. Want proof? Look no further than the recently-renovated Wildflower Meadow at Gibbs Gardens.
The blooms are abundant right now at Gibbs Gardens, the massive residential estate garden owned and operated by Mr. Gibbs up in Ball Ground, Georgia. And this morning, the Gibbs Landscape Company founder gave us a personal tour of the Wildflower Meadow, which is currently bursting with color thanks to its millions of Cosmos sulphureus (Sulphur Cosmos) and Cosmos bipinnatus (Garden Cosmos). Gibbs says Cosmos are easy to care for in yards and gardens and are known for attracting Monarch butterflies.
Of course, the Wildflower Meadow is just one sliver of the more than 300 acres cultivated by Jim Gibbs and his dedicated team; other popular areas include the Waterlily Gardens and Monet Bridge, the Japanese Gardens, and the most recent addition to the lineup, the Inspiration Gardens (featured on Good Day Atlanta back in May).
Right now, the property is open to visitors from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays through Sundays; admission is $20 for adults, $18 for seniors (65 and older), and $10 for kids (ages 3 to 17).
When Jim Gibbs invited us up to see the vivid Cosmos of the Wildflower Meadow, we couldn’t wait to get there … and take plenty of pictures! Click the video player to check out our morning exploring this true North Georgia gem!
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'You Bet Your Life' holding Smart Dog contest
The classic comedy game show 'You Bet Your Life' is back with a new contest to see if you have what it takes to riff with comedian Jay Leno. Leno and co-host Kevin Eubanks join Good Day to talk about their new contest and how you can win just by watching.
Jay Leno and Kevin Eubanks: For the month of November "You Bet Your Life" will be running the first of three contests called the Smart Dog Contest. The contest asks viewers to submit entries based on one of Jay's comedy segments from the show. Ten of the entries with the best jokes will win $1,000 each! For more info on "You Bet Your Life" click here.
Atlanta Braves Hall of Famer Dale Murphy joins us to talk about the Atlanta Braves' first big win in game one of the World Series. For more information on Dale Murphy on his restaurant
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Know the signs your body is telling you something is wrong while exercising
Working out is a great way to lose weight, stay in shape, and improve your health, but too much exercise can have a negative impact. Fitness and wellness instructor Maria Moore joins Good Day with her three signs you should look out for while working out.
Maria More joins us from Magic 107.5 with three signs your body is telling you something while working out: For more information click here.
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Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia
Ziggy is 8 months old, loves ziggin' and zaggin', and can't wait to find a new home. His adoption fee is 25 dollars off through Halloween.
Pet of the day from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia: For more information on how you can adopt today's pet of the day click here.